Brojeslov
Australian looking for information about Philippines
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Registration: 17 December 2023
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Property insurance
Forgive my ignorance, I’m contemplating the purchase of a property in the Philippines and along with the legalities of it all I am also pondering the practicalities including property insurance. The location I’m considering has typhoons, ... Read More
Managing retirement savings in the Philippines by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Saving for retirement as an expat in the Philippines can be challenging. With different options, rules or even taxation, expats have to understand how it works to make informed decisions. We invite you to share your insights in ...
I'm only new to living in the Philippines and all my sources of income incl retirement savings are kept in my home country. I use WISE to transfer a generous amount equivalent to all living expenses to my Filipina partner's bank account every ... Read More
US-Japan-Australia-Philippines defence pact? by PalawOne
`US-Japan-Australia-Philippines defence pact vs China? Ex-official urges allianceFormer US defence official Ely Ratner says it’s time for the ‘viable and essential’ four-way defence pact. Security experts aren’t so sureBy Sam ...
@pnwcyclist The Chinese had it coming and their sailors ended up in the water - nothing announced about their fate Read More
Retiring in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Why did you choose to retire in the Philippines? What are the advantages compared with your home country? What were your main considerations when deciding to move? For example, taxes, ease of transferring your pension, ...
@bigpearl Just my experience, but they appear to no longer expect the return flight to be within 30 days but they are asking for evidence of it every time, whereas previously it was a bit hit and miss.The 29 day visa waiver and subsequent two month ... Read More
US-Japan-Australia-Philippines defence pact? by PalawOne
`US-Japan-Australia-Philippines defence pact vs China? Ex-official urges allianceFormer US defence official Ely Ratner says it’s time for the ‘viable and essential’ four-way defence pact. Security experts aren’t so sureBy Sam ...
@danfinn The US doesn't like talking about it but there's about 500 US military stationed in Taiwan - every now and then they're forced to admit it, pesky senators ask questions, that kind of thing. Similarly but more obviously the Philippines hosts ... Read More
US-Japan-Australia-Philippines defence pact? by PalawOne
`US-Japan-Australia-Philippines defence pact vs China? Ex-official urges allianceFormer US defence official Ely Ratner says it’s time for the ‘viable and essential’ four-way defence pact. Security experts aren’t so sureBy Sam ...
When you look at the world through China's eyes you see the Ring of Steel - South Korea, Taiwan, Japan and Philippines, all US allies, all with US troops on their territory, controlling the sea lanes vital to China's security and projecting military ... Read More
Typhoons and the aftermath. by bigpearl
Well 4 years ago we were hit by a cat 3 typhoon, we thought that was a disaster blowing some of the roof off, uprooting trees, no power for days etc.Last Friday morning at 2:30 am we were both up and alert and then the winds hit from the east, nasty ...
@Cherryann01 Snowing in Queensland, not just New South Wales 🫣 Read More
Taking Your Filipina Girlfriend on Holiday in SE Asia by Cherryann01
I have read articles and seen videos on this subject a few times before but was recently in the Philippines with a woman who put a slightly new perspective on this subject. She and her sister and a couple of her friends had trips planned in SE ...
My partner and I just got through Immigration at NAIA T3 for a nine-day trip to Hong Kong. We have been together 12 months, do not reside together and are not married. She was asked questions at the booth about our relationship and holiday plans and ... Read More
The Philippines, a welcoming destination to expats? by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Settling in the Philippines, like every new environment, can feel like stepping into the unknown and brings many questions: how will it go, how to integrate successfully, etc. To help smooth this transition, we invite you to ...
Nothing has been said here about false allegations of domestic violence in the Phillipines that doesn't apply in Australia these days. Unless the allegations are patently false (e.g. defy the laws of physics) they will be favoured over evidence ... Read More
Basic Healthcare Manila by Jackson4
I arrived in Manila July 5. After a week of not sleeping very well, I got some really sore (painful) throat, some cough/cold and headache. Today's Monday and I will fly back to the US Thursday. Not good. I went to UST Hospital and was seen by a ...
I hope you're better soon mate Read More
NAIA T3 Grab Service booking desk incompetency by Jackson4
I had been a fan of Grab while in the Philippines. I arrived Manila yesterday morning. I tried to book Grab using my cellphone app but Grab app required update. Since internet speed is so slow, I was unable to update the app. I went to the Grab ...
@Lotus Eater I've experienced the FM Resort Hotel many times and it's certainly the greatest airport hotel for me. Great rooms, magnificent gym, hot cold and medium pools, ice cold beer, great food, full salon for the ladies, snooker tables, ... Read More
NAIA T3 Grab Service booking desk incompetency by Jackson4
I had been a fan of Grab while in the Philippines. I arrived Manila yesterday morning. I tried to book Grab using my cellphone app but Grab app required update. Since internet speed is so slow, I was unable to update the app. I went to the Grab ...
@Lotus EaterBelmont went from $A90 to $A120 plus over the last year or so. Savoy is a nicer hotel IMHO but a longer walk and can be had for around $A90 if you book in advance. The apartments next to the church (which is next to Belmont) are dated ... Read More
NAIA T3 Grab Service booking desk incompetency by Jackson4
I had been a fan of Grab while in the Philippines. I arrived Manila yesterday morning. I tried to book Grab using my cellphone app but Grab app required update. Since internet speed is so slow, I was unable to update the app. I went to the Grab ...
@Lotus EaterYes I walk over the walking bridge and there are reasonably priced apartments just on the other side opposite the church and just a bit further down the road the Savoy Hotel has everything and if you book in advance is reasonably priced. ... Read More
NAIA T3 Grab Service booking desk incompetency by Jackson4
I had been a fan of Grab while in the Philippines. I arrived Manila yesterday morning. I tried to book Grab using my cellphone app but Grab app required update. Since internet speed is so slow, I was unable to update the app. I went to the Grab ...
The flight from Sydney into Manila arrives around peak hour and after a few nightmare experiences with traffic conditions I always stay overnight near the terminal now. There's some reasonably priced hotels and AirBNB within easy walking distance, ... Read More
NAIA T3 Grab Service booking desk incompetency by Jackson4
I had been a fan of Grab while in the Philippines. I arrived Manila yesterday morning. I tried to book Grab using my cellphone app but Grab app required update. Since internet speed is so slow, I was unable to update the app. I went to the Grab ...
Whatever problems you're experiencing with Grab, expect them from local taxis 10x. I dread even getting in a taxi after so many bad experiences from blatant overcharging to lack of recognition of big name hotels and key landmarks, inability to ... Read More